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  • UB researchers study if freshwater mussels can clean Niagara River
    11/7/23

    In conjunction with a $500,000 grant from the New York State Power Authority Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Fund, UB Dept. of Enviornment and Sustainability professors are spearheading a new study to explore the feasibility of reintroducing freshwater mussels into the Niagara River, with the aim of naturally cleansing the waterway.

  • ‘Holiday hammock’ trend can put shoppers over budget, more items in landfills
    11/6/23

    Charles Lindsey and Michael Krupski, experts from the UB School of Management, recognize that although the holiday shopping season is designed to lengthen each year, we have the ability to modify our consumption habits to align with ethical and sustainable practices when engaging in holiday purchases.

  • Study links changes in global water cycle to higher temperatures
    11/6/23

    UB researcher and geologist Dr. Elizabeth Thomas co-authored a recent study that highlights the correlation between shifts in the water cycle and rising global temperatures through the analysis of geological data sampling.

  • Waste audit helps UB identify opportunities to improve recycling
    10/31/23

    During a two-day period, the UB Sustainability team and student volunteers rolled up their sleeves to carry out a comprehensive waste audit across the campus. These audits serve the purpose of pinpointing areas where waste reduction is possible and providing valuable information to support the creation of sustainable consumption initiatives. The gathered data will play a crucial role in shaping the university's Climate Action Plan, which aims to achieve climate neutrality and progress towards zero waste by 2030.